

Innovation Stagnation?
Feb 7, 2024
Steve Klabnik joins the podcast to discuss various topics including innovation stagnation, the significance of inventions throughout history, the mindset of fearlessly refactoring code in Rust, the adoption of distributed systems, and fascination with 10 gigabit ethernet and concerns about fragile fiber optic cables.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Reflecting on Criticism and Expectations
01:51 • 4min
Innovation, Stagnation, and the Definition of Invention
05:56 • 14min
The Nature of Innovation and Breakthroughs
19:59 • 14min
Rust, C, and the Mindset of Fearless Refactoring
34:15 • 8min
The Adoption of Distributed Systems
42:04 • 14min
Fascination with 10 Gigabit Ethernet and Concerns About Fragile Fiber Optic Cables
56:30 • 2min
Books on Crypto, Startups, and Pick a Book Initiative
58:48 • 2min